RN Clinical Research - 134680

RN Clinical Research

Peace Health is seeking a RN Clinical Research for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at Peace Health is $50.89 – $76.33. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. This role is based in Bellingham, WA.

Job Summary

Responsible for participating, conducting, and managing clinical research studies. Acts as a liaison between the clinic and the outside sponsoring firm. Coordinates and manages patient participation and data management for assigned studies.

Essential Functions

• Recruit patient population and assists the physician(s) to identify patients and determine eligibility.
• Conducts Informed Consent sessions with interested research subjects in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations as well as the standards of Good Clinical Practice and the policies and procedures mandated by the study sponsor.
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining a record-keeping system for each study. Maintain permanent records on all research protocols and cooperate with the study sponsor. Collect data through all phases of the study & assures appropriate completion of all documentation.
• Provide and communicate protocol information and support to patients, physicians, research staff and all associated sponsor personnel or ancillary study personnel participating in active protocols.
• Communicates appropriately with the person served regardless of their age.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Required:
  
  Associate Degree Nursing
• Bachelor's Degree Preferred:
  Nursing

Experience

• Required:
  
  Minimum of 3 years nursing experience in field relevant to hiring department
• Preferred:
  Clinical research experience

Credentials

• Required:
  
  Registered Nurse in state of practice
• Preferred:
  Oncology Certified Nurse
• Preferred:
  Association of Clinical Research Certified Professional
• May be required:
  Upon Hire Basic Life Support
• May be required:
  National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification

Skills

• Excellent organizational skills (Required)
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written (Required)
• Problem solving skills (Required)
• The ability to work independently in a multi-task environment (Required)
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office applications (Required)
• Self-starter (Required)
• Familiarity with health record data base systems (Preferred)

Working Conditions

• Lifting:
  Consistently operates computer and other office equipment. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work.
• Environmental Conditions:
  
  Predominantly operates in an office environment. Some time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.
• Mental/Visual:
  Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

Peace Health is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options;

tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.